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Crew honored for Apalachee High shooting response | FOX 5 News
SUMMARY: On a tragic September day, gunman Colt Gray opened fire at Appalache High School, resulting in four deaths and nine injuries. First responders from across North Georgia rushed to the scene, including emergency workers in a Medevac helicopter who airlifted a 14-year-old girl shot three times. They provided critical care, including a tourniquet, IVs, oxygen, and blood, before her transfer to Grady Hospital. Responders expressed gratitude for the collaborative effort that minimized further casualties. The emotional toll of such incidents lingers, with many, including veteran responders, reflecting on their impact as parents and community members.
Emergency crews flooded to Apalachee High School following a report of a shooting inside the campus. Three of those emergency workers were inside a medevac helicopter who came in to help. Here’s their story.
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AI-powered warehouse bringing 300 jobs to Butts County | Georgia
SUMMARY: GreenBox Systems LLC is set to open an automated warehouse in Butts County, creating 300 jobs, according to Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp. The 1 million-square-foot facility at The Cubes at RiverPark will offer positions such as automation operators, logistics coordinators, and maintenance technicians. The project represents a $144 million investment. Butts County officials highlighted the importance of attracting high-quality industries while maintaining community quality of life. The facility is expected to launch in late 2025, with GreenBox’s managing partner expressing pride in contributing to Georgia’s culture of innovation.
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‘Safest, most secure’ election, county results to be certified | Georgia
SUMMARY: By 5 p.m. Tuesday, all 159 counties in Georgia were to have certified their election results. Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger praised the counties for meeting the deadline, highlighting record voter turnout with 72.7% participation. Former President Donald Trump led the presidential race with 50.74% of the vote, while Vice President Kamala Harris received 48.52%. Raffensperger emphasized that Georgia had secure, fair, and efficient elections, noting improvements in voter accessibility and experience. He expressed confidence that the election results would be accepted, with no significant issues expected during the certification process by Nov. 22.
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Meadows case to remain in Fulton County | Georgia
SUMMARY: The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to hear Mark Meadows’ appeal to move his Georgia criminal case to federal court. Indicted by a Fulton County Grand Jury, Meadows faces charges of soliciting the violation of oath and conspiracy related to efforts to overturn election results, alongside 18 others, including Trump. Lower courts ruled against Meadows, stating he was not acting as a federal officer, and his actions did not pertain to his official duties. He has pleaded not guilty, and the case is currently on hold as an Appeals Court reviews claims regarding District Attorney Fani Willis’ potential conflict of interest.
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